Survival Guide

Student Survival Guide

Creative Compass is a Boy Scout inspired trail guide for graphic design students, blending outdoor metaphors with practical design wisdom. Framed around the journey from freshman to senior year, it offers students tools to navigate challenges like burnout, critique, time management, and public speaking. More than just advice, this guide combines checklists, personal insights, and creative strategies to build confidence, resilience, and community. It’s a trail map for growing as both a student and a designer.